07 Clio 1.2 16v air filter

[Willtodd]

Hi guys, I did just write a massively in depth first post but it failed to post and now I have to write again.


Im going to keep things short and simple. Increasing BHP/performance/fuel usage is not within my interest, nor is fitting a cone air filter. I'm looking to replace the existing panel filter. I have no problem with replacing it with a standard one. I don't want to make the car like something it's not, but something that just makes it sound a little less dull (even just a little).


I saw that k&n make a panel filter but don't particularly want something that's going to sound silly and reduce MPG.


Please let me know if I am bonkers for thinking there is such a product but I know this is the best place to ask, thank you

 

[The Boosh!]

Hello and welcome from the ClioSport Admin Team

 

[BoatNonce]

Panel filter won't really affect the sound. I know you've already discounted it but a cone filter won't harm your MPG and it will sound better.

Don't expect extra power, but it certainly made my car a lot less boring, and was only as throaty as my right foot dictated.

 

[Willtodd]

Thanks for the advice! So the k&n panel isn't even worth a shot? It's just a more durable and resilient filter. You don't happen to have a video of what your car sounded like, if you still have a default exhaust system that is..

 

[BoatNonce]

It's the best from a performance point of view (not that you'd ever notice the change) but as it's still inside the standard intake setup the noise doesn't change much.

I had a K&N 57i, fitted on the 8v engine with everything else standard. The 16v sounds slightly smoother apparently.

 

[Willtodd]

Engine sounds beautiful. Good job. I'll look into it more and maybe treat myself come payday!